Summary

Dr. Michael Silka is a cardiovascular disease specialist who has dedicated nearly five decades to caring for patients with heart conditions. He earned his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. With 48 years of experience treating cardiovascular conditions, Dr. Silka brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Silka is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center and practices at Children's Hospital Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. His expertise includes diagnosing and treating chest wall pain, chest pain, and various chest problems that may indicate heart conditions. Dr. Silka performs essential heart monitoring procedures such as electrocardiograms and ambulatory EKG monitoring to track heart rhythms over time. He also conducts transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and structure. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 48 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Cedars Sinai Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 24 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Childrens Hospital Los Angeles

4650 W Sunset BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90027

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48 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
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Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Taiwanese, Mandarin Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi
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Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Joseph Silka

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CalOptima - HMO
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Plan
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthSmart
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicare
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - PPO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Nippon Life Benefits - PPO
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Joseph Silka has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Joseph Silka has the following 24 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Atrioventricular Nodal Reentry Tachycardia
  • Blood Clot
  • Catheter Ablation
  • Congenital Heart Defects
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • Heart Transplantation
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
  • Long QT Syndrome (Long QT Interval Syndrome)
  • Myocardial Diseases
  • Rapid Heart Beat (Tachycardia)
  • Recurrence
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina
  • Ventricular Fibrillation
  • Ventricular Tachycardia
  • Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Dr. Michael Joseph Silka holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Cedars Sinai Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Wayne State University School Of Medicine in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Silka's NPI number is 1073554101.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Michael Silka's office located?
Dr. Michael Silka's office is located at 4650 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90027.
Does Dr. Michael Silka accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Michael Silka accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Michael Silka accepting new patients?
Dr. Michael Silka has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Silka affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Silka is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center.
Does Dr. Michael Silka accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Michael Silka has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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